Aminu Owonikoko has a place on the engineering doctorate (EngD) programme in Advanced Manufacturing at the University of Strathclyde, but is looking for a sponsor interested in addressing manufacturing industry challenges such as excessive variation in product purity and quality, rework and re-manufacturing. He is particularly keen to explore how an institution such as the University of Strathclyde could transfer its knowledge to developing countries.
Aminu’s sponsor will benefit from him working with the University of Strathclyde's Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC) and the Department of Design, Manufacture and Engineering Management (DMEM) under the supervision of Professor Jonathan Corney. Aminu also has more than five years of practical experience of applying a range of technologies (such as powder mechanics, tribology/friction properties, biomass handling, post harvest handling/food engineering, technology management) that he thinks have the potential to bring massive benefits to a sponsor looking to grow rapidly.
At the moment, Aminu is a process consultant/consulting engineer at Muniowo Agro Nigeria Ltd (MAN) where he is:
He was previously a research project engineer at the Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology at the UK's University of Greenwich. This exposure to bulk solids handling technology has inspired his research interests because of its potential to enhance reliable flow (movement) in manufacturing processes. Aminu became interested in:
Aminu’s EngD research project will inevitably adapt to the specific challenges of his eventual sponsor and could pursue the development of profitable novel products, novel materials and novel services. In addition, the research project will also pursue the expansion of in-house professional knowledge, expertise and experience for the partner’s company. Aminu can be reached via email for further information about the terms of the arrangement with the University of Strathclyde including its costs.
Aminu’s sponsor will benefit from him working with the University of Strathclyde's Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC) and the Department of Design, Manufacture and Engineering Management (DMEM) under the supervision of Professor Jonathan Corney. Aminu also has more than five years of practical experience of applying a range of technologies (such as powder mechanics, tribology/friction properties, biomass handling, post harvest handling/food engineering, technology management) that he thinks have the potential to bring massive benefits to a sponsor looking to grow rapidly.
- Reviewing, revising and realigning manufacturing processes
- Turning data into critical actions that focus on process control and capability
- Using data to empower decision makers trying implementing change
- Geometric reasoning (structural behaviour and integrity) of machine design and construction for clients to gain a competitive edge
He was previously a research project engineer at the Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology at the UK's University of Greenwich. This exposure to bulk solids handling technology has inspired his research interests because of its potential to enhance reliable flow (movement) in manufacturing processes. Aminu became interested in:
- Design based on quantified material property values such has particle size and shape distribution, bulk density, wall friction properties, moisture content evaluation.
- Design that considers access for retrofit or modification.
- Design that considers the capital and operational costs of plant
- Developing a close understanding between user and manufacturer
- Minimising reworking/remanufacturing
Aminu’s EngD research project will inevitably adapt to the specific challenges of his eventual sponsor and could pursue the development of profitable novel products, novel materials and novel services. In addition, the research project will also pursue the expansion of in-house professional knowledge, expertise and experience for the partner’s company. Aminu can be reached via email for further information about the terms of the arrangement with the University of Strathclyde including its costs.
